Frequency of De Quervain’s Tenosynovitis Due to Mobile Phone Dependence in Female Undergraduate Students De Quervain’s Tenosynovitis in Female Students
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Background: De Quervain's tenosynovitis (DQT) is a common musculoskeletal disorder associated with repetitive wrist and thumb movements, often exacerbated by excessive mobile phone use. This study investigates the prevalence of DQT among female undergraduate students with high screen time.
Objective: To determine the frequency of De Quervain’s tenosynovitis due to mobile phone dependence and to assess the correlation between DQT and screen time.
Methods: A descriptive cross-sectional study was conducted among 214 female undergraduate students aged 18-24 years in Rawalpindi and Islamabad. Data were collected using a self-structured questionnaire, the Finkelstein test for DQT diagnosis, and the Patient-Rated Wrist Evaluation (PRWE) tool for pain assessment. Statistical analysis was performed using SPSS version 25.0, with chi-square tests applied to evaluate associations.
Results: The Finkelstein test was positive in 57.5% of participants. Recurrent wrist pain was reported by 94.9%, with 54.7% experiencing aggravating pain. PRWE scores showed that 32.5% had moderate pain, 17.2% severe, and 2.5% very severe pain.
Conclusion: A significant association between mobile phone dependence and DQT was observed, indicating a need for preventive interventions to reduce the risk of musculoskeletal disorders among female students.
Keywords: De Quervain’s tenosynovitis, mobile phone dependence, Finkelstein test, PRWE tool, musculoskeletal disorders, repetitive strain injury, screen time.
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